--- title: A Complete Backyard Makeover in Medford description: We completed a backyard installation in Medford, where the client requested an edit to beautify the yard, as well as fix up the back of the driveway. image: https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/hubfs/blog/medford-backyard-makeover-after-3.jpg --- [781.488.3200](tel:781.488.3200) - [**](https://www.facebook.com/Moodscapes/) - [**](https://www.instagram.com/moodscapes/) - [**](https://twitter.com/MoodscapesLLC) - [**](https://www.linkedin.com/company/moodscapes-llc/) - [**](https://www.pinterest.com/moodscapes/) [![moodscapes](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/hs-fs/hubfs/moodscapes-theme-2017/images/logo.png?width=252&height=88&name=logo.png "moodscapes")](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com) [ Schedule Consultation ](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/landscape-consultation-free-15-minute-call) - Services - [Landscape Design & Build](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/landscape-design-services) - [Ecological Landscape Maintenance & Gardening](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/ecological-landscape-maintenance-gardening) - [Schedule Consultation](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/landscape-consultation-free-15-minute-call) - Towns We Serve - [Arlington](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/arlington-ma) - [Belmont](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/belmont-ma) - [Lexington](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/lexington-ma) - [Newton](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/newton-ma) - [Watertown](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/watertown-ma) - [Winchester](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/winchester-ma) - [Portfolio](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/landscape-design-portfolio) - [Backyard Entertainment Areas](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/backyard-entertainment-areas) - [Backyard Oasis](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/backyard-oasis-landscape-design) - [Contemplation Areas](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/contemplation-area-landscape-design) - [Fall Landscapes](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/fall-landscape-design-examples) - [Hardscapes](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/hardscapes-landscape-design) - [Strolling Gardens](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/strolling-gardens-landscape-designs) - [Terraced Landscapes](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/terraced-landscapes) - [Texture and Color Gardens](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/texture-and-color-gardens) - [Water Features](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/water-feature-landscape-designs) - [Welcoming Front Yard](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/welcoming-front-yard-design-examples) - [Woodland Garden](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/woodland-gardens-landscape-design-examples) - [Testimonials](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/testimonials) - [Contact](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/contact) - Resources - [Blog](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/blog) - [8 Essential Elements of a Spectacular Outdoor Living Space](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/essential-elements-of-a-spectacular-outdoor-living-space-youll-want-to-spend-all-day-in) - [How to Maintain Your Landscape and Transform It Into a Beauty You’ll Love](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/how-to-maintain-your-landscape-and-transform-it-into-a-beauty-youll-love) - [10 Common Gardening Mistakes that Hurt the Environment](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/common-gardening-mistakes-that-hurt-environment) - [13 Insider Tips to Creating a Beautiful Contemplation Garden](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/insider-tips-for-beautiful-contemplation-garden) - [Questions to Think About Before a Landscape Consultation](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/questions-to-think-about) [Landscape Design](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/blog/topic/landscape-design) | 1 min read August 2024 | [Zach Rubin](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/blog/author/zach-rubin) # A Complete Backyard Makeover in Medford ![A Complete Backyard Makeover in Medford](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/hubfs/blog/medford-backyard-makeover-after-3.jpg) We completed a backyard installation in Medford, where the client requested an edit to beautify the yard, as well as fix up the back of the driveway. They desired to make a safer and more aesthetically-pleasing landing from the back door to the yard. Before we started, the grass was nearly completely dead with scattered plantings along the perimeter. Old mossy pavers lined the left side of the property where the lawn met the garage and driveway. In coordination with our designer, we created a new, healthier landscape where the client will want to spend more time with family and friends, as well as their multiple dogs. The new stone steps from the back door replaced a small wooden porch. At the bottom of the steps is a brand-new patio that’s perfect for chairs and a table. The perimeter garden bed has a more distinguished appearance, with new plantings of various sizes, colors, textures and bloom times. The lawn was replaced with sod, and the asphalt driveway was replaced with gray pavers and a charcoal border. ## Backyard Makeover Before Photos ![before and after backyard makeover in medford](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog/medford-backyard-makeover-2.jpg?width=675&height=900&name=medford-backyard-makeover-2.jpg) ![medford-backyard-makeover-3](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog/medford-backyard-makeover-3.jpg?width=675&height=900&name=medford-backyard-makeover-3.jpg) ![before and after backyard makeover in medford](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog/medford-backyard-makeover-4.jpg?width=675&height=900&name=medford-backyard-makeover-4.jpg) ![before and after backyard makeover in medford](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog/medford-backyard-makeover-1.jpg?width=675&height=506&name=medford-backyard-makeover-1.jpg) ## Backyard Makeover After Photos ![before and after backyard makeover in medford](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog/medford-backyard-makeover-after-3.jpg?width=675&height=506&name=medford-backyard-makeover-after-3.jpg) ![before and after backyard makeover in medford](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog/medford-backyard-makeover-after-2.jpg?width=675&height=506&name=medford-backyard-makeover-after-2.jpg) ![before and after backyard makeover in medford](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog/medford-backyard-makeover-after-1.jpg?width=675&height=506&name=medford-backyard-makeover-after-1.jpg) To learn more about designing a custom landscape for your home, download our free ebook, [The Mindful Homeowner's Guide to Transformative Landscape Design](https://www.moodscapesdesign.com/download-guide-personalized-landscape-design). 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